Creating a Community to Support Housing Officers in Burnout

2025-03-04

Are you a housing officer feeling the strain of the job? Do you ever feel like you're on the brink of burnout? In this episode of The Social Housing Round Table, we're joined by Chris Garlick, a housing officer at Accent Housing, to discuss the all too common issue of burnout in the housing sector. Chris shares his research on the topic, including the shocking statistic that 65% of housing officers would leave the sector if they could. He also discusses the importance of self care and how to ...

Are you a housing officer feeling the strain of the job? Do you ever feel like you're on the brink of burnout?

In this episode of The Social Housing Round Table, we're joined by Chris Garlick, a housing officer at Accent Housing, to discuss the all too common issue of burnout in the housing sector. Chris shares his research on the topic, including the shocking statistic that 65% of housing officers would leave the sector if they could. He also discusses the importance of self care and how to recognise the warning signs of burnout.

If you're a housing officer, this episode is a must-listen. Chris offers practical advice on how to manage stress and avoid burnout. He also discusses the importance of having a supportive team and culture in the workplace.

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